(NAPSI)—Social and traditional media have been abuzz with articles and information about the rising phenomenon of digital currencies. But what does it all mean and should you buy in? What Is Cryptocurrency? Cryptocurrency, or simply crypto, is one type of digital currency. Cryptocurrencies are distinct from “fiat currencies” such as the dollar, euro or yen. Read More …
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Health Awareness Dos And Don’ts For Managing High Blood Pressure During Cold And Flu Season
(NAPSI)—Colds and flu bring special considerations for people with high blood pressure, especially those on blood pressure medication. Here’s how to keep your blood pressure stable: DO: Keep track of medication. The American Heart Association’s online tools at www.heart.org/hbp include a downloadable chart to manage medications and a tracker that lets people set up text Read More …
Scholarships Available Six Steps To Help Students Get Into, And Pay For, College
(NAPSI)—Getting into college can seem complicated, even overwhelming—but help is available. To support students and families, the College Board—the creator of the SAT and Advanced Placement—has launched a first-of-its-kind national scholarship program that serves as a simple college planning guide for all students. It explains what to do and when to do it. These College Read More …
Mothers And Babies Keeping Mom And Child Healthy After Gestational Diabetes
(NAPSI)—Gestational diabetes is something to be concerned about after and not just during pregnancy. Gestational diabetes is diabetes that is found for the first time when a woman is pregnant. If you had gestational diabetes when you were pregnant, you and your child from that pregnancy have a lifelong risk for developing diabetes, a serious Read More …
Moving Ideas Tips For Having A Smart Move
(NAPSI)—Every year, some 40 million Americans move into a new home. If you’re one of them, consider taking steps to ensure your move is a smart one: Create a to-do list. Write down everything you need to do before you’re settled in your new place. Include budgeting, decluttering, hiring movers and updating important records. Pack Read More …
News Of Children YA Author Meyer Mentors Young Writer
(NAPSI)—Marissa Meyer, author of young adult fantasy series “The Lunar Chronicles,” recently mentored Riley Pearce, an aspiring author, and shared advice about writing as part of an intriguing job shadow program. The meeting grew out of Meyer’s ongoing support for the nonprofit Treehouse, which gives youth in foster care a childhood and a future. Meyer Read More …
Fabulous Food A New Take On Sweet Potato Casserole
(NAPSI)—Perfect with a Thanksgiving turkey, for sure—yet easy enough for a weeknight dinner. Try this for a change of pace from sweeter sweet potato casseroles. Sweet Potato Casserole with Herbs, Walnuts and Brown Butter Serves 8 to 12 5 lb. orange- or yellow-fleshed sweet potatoes, or a combination, halved lengthwise ½ c. butter 2 shallots, Read More …
Community Concerns Be A Hero—Mentor A Child
(NAPSI)—Helping to turn a young life around may be simpler than many people realize. That’s because you can volunteer to be a mentor, share your life with a child and make a real difference. Children need someone to look up to, someone to whom they can confide their challenges and struggles. Why Be A Mentor Read More …
Money Matters There’s A Lot More To A Mortgage Than Just Your Interest Rate
(NAPSI)—A home mortgage is one of the biggest expenses a consumer will undertake. That’s why it’s important to look beyond interest rates to help get the lowest possible costs. “When homebuyers look purely at interest rates, they don’t get a complete picture of what they’re paying for a mortgage,” says Glenn Brunker, mortgage executive for Read More …
Ask A Foot And Ankle Surgeon When Should I Worry About My Child’s Foot Pain? by Robert Joseph, DPM, Ph.D., FACFAS
(NAPSI)—When a child experiences leg pain, parents might not consider the foot as the source, even though some foot disorders can also cause symptoms in the leg. When it comes to foot-related problems, early intervention by an expert is key to proper treatment. Flatfeet, a general term for the appearance of a foot without a Read More …